Export compliance information
The following guidelines explain restrictions on exporting Adobe products (including those under the Accelio name) worldwide for customers who need to send products purchased in one country to another country. This information may be required for your shipping documentation, record keeping, or post-shipment reporting.
To obtain Adobe's ECCN and HTS information
To export Adobe products, you need to obtain Adobe's Export Control Classification Number (ECCN), license information, and Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) information. Adobe's Product export information includes product names, license exception symbols, ECCNs, and the HTSUS number.
- The ECCN is a five-digit alphanumeric character classification system used to determine U.S. export licensing requirements. The ECCN represents a specific commodity defined in the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security (formerly the Bureau of Export Administration).
- THE HTSUS is a 10-digit code assigned to all commodities exported from the United States. The U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Census uses this code to calculate U.S. trade statistics, and U.S. Customs uses it to assess duties and tariffs.
Legal restrictions on exporting Adobe products
Adobe products are subject to export restrictions under U.S. law, as some software may contain encryption technology. These restrictions are provided and enforced by the Bureau of Industry and Security, which defines specific export restrictions on goods, software, and technologies. Please note that end users, end use, and country of ultimate destination may affect your export licensing requirements. You are ultimately responsible for exporting Adobe products in accordance with the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) 15 Code of Federal Regulations. We encourage you to consult the EAR and any other appropriate sources before you distribute or import Adobe products.
Frequently asked questions
- Q. Are there countries or destinations to which I cannot ship Adobe products?
- A. Yes. Adobe software is marketed and distributed worldwide, under License Exception ENC for Retail. This means that it may be exported to all countries except those that are restricted under U.S. law. The currently prohibited destinations are Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria. Contact BIS for the most current list of prohibited countries.
- Q. May I take Adobe encryption software overseas temporarily on my laptop computer?
- A. Yes, provided that you qualify for license exceptions BAG and TMP as described in the Export Administration Regulations. For more information, please consult with your legal counsel.
- Q. What can you tell me about restrictions on encryption in countries other than the United States?
- A. Many countries have laws potentially affecting the export or use of encryption; however, these laws may or may not apply to mass-market software products. All exporters must observe the specific licensing processes and policies of those countries. You should consult with your legal counsel for clarification of specific laws.
- Q. What does the "Not for Export" label found on North American (English language) product boxes mean?
- A. This label refers to restrictions on Adobe, Adobe distributors, and Adobe resellers for exporting and distributing products internationally.
- Q. Does Adobe plan to release any products that do not qualify as unrestricted under License Exception ENC?
- A. Not at this time. However, in the event that we do, we will update this Web page.
